Early Southend team news

Last updated : 17 October 2009 By Simon Collins

Alan McCormack should be involved after shaking off an ankle problem and George Friend plays the last game of his loan spell from Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Bristol Rovers defender Danny Coles is nearing fitness after almost a year out of action with a knee injury.

Boss Paul Trollope should also be able to call on Aaron Lescott, who has recovered from a groin injury.

BBC